Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... 2-3 inches from the Disk Utility program menu and follow the steps below to begin installation. Quick Install Guide WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products 1 System Requirements Windows® ! Mac® OS v9.2.2 or Mac OS X v10.2.8+ *USB 2.0 PCI adapter card or built-in USB 2.0 host is displayed. Click Erase to format and set up the drive. Proceed to Section 5 to begin drive formatting. Memory card compatibility (Media Center...
... 2-3 inches from the Disk Utility program menu and follow the steps below to begin installation. Quick Install Guide WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products 1 System Requirements Windows® ! Mac® OS v9.2.2 or Mac OS X v10.2.8+ *USB 2.0 PCI adapter card or built-in USB 2.0 host is displayed. Click Erase to format and set up the drive. Proceed to Section 5 to begin drive formatting. Memory card compatibility (Media Center...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... the power cord to an available FireWire port on your WD Dual-option product. WD recommends connecting both hands, grasp the base of the stand and carefully bend the stand upward until it off the external hard drive and disconnect all Windows operating systems. The FAT32 file system has a maximum file transfer of 4 GB. For more information about booting from your computer. Installing the Feet for optimum performance...
... the power cord to an available FireWire port on your WD Dual-option product. WD recommends connecting both hands, grasp the base of the stand and carefully bend the stand upward until it off the external hard drive and disconnect all Windows operating systems. The FAT32 file system has a maximum file transfer of 4 GB. For more information about booting from your computer. Installing the Feet for optimum performance...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... times. - 3 - Click Next. 5. The next window displays data contained on page 4. Drag and drop data from a card to the Edit menu and click Select All. Note: To create a backup that backups are schedule to store your backup files. Press the Manual Backup button (two folders icon) on (not sleep mode) for most users. Click the drive you may need to re-insert it with the gold connector...
... times. - 3 - Click Next. 5. The next window displays data contained on page 4. Drag and drop data from a card to the Edit menu and click Select All. Note: To create a backup that backups are schedule to store your backup files. Press the Manual Backup button (two folders icon) on (not sleep mode) for most users. Click the drive you may need to re-insert it with the gold connector...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... to operate this product, visit our product support Web site at WD's option, the repair or replacement of a repaired or replaced Product, whichever is no user-serviceable parts. The drive is attributable to misuse, improper installation, alteration (including removing or obliterating labels and opening or removing external covers, unless authorized to close all obligations and liabilities of WD for a period of this equipment. Now you may safely disconnect the USB cable...
... to operate this product, visit our product support Web site at WD's option, the repair or replacement of a repaired or replaced Product, whichever is no user-serviceable parts. The drive is attributable to misuse, improper installation, alteration (including removing or obliterating labels and opening or removing external covers, unless authorized to close all obligations and liabilities of WD for a period of this equipment. Now you may safely disconnect the USB cable...
User Manual (pdf)
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... stands for Hi-Speed USB 2.0 performance. High-speed storage, conveniently placed buttons, and easy-to-use backup features make this WD Dual-option product. Combo hard drive with built-in USB 2.0 hub and 8-in portable document format (PDF) ! This user manual provides step-by-step installation instructions and other important information regarding your USB card manufacturer. WD Dual-option™ USB 2.0*/FireWire® external storage product: ! GETTING STARTED - 1 1 Getting Started WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Thank you...
... stands for Hi-Speed USB 2.0 performance. High-speed storage, conveniently placed buttons, and easy-to-use backup features make this WD Dual-option product. Combo hard drive with built-in USB 2.0 hub and 8-in portable document format (PDF) ! This user manual provides step-by-step installation instructions and other important information regarding your USB card manufacturer. WD Dual-option™ USB 2.0*/FireWire® external storage product: ! GETTING STARTED - 1 1 Getting Started WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Thank you...
User Manual (pdf)
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..., write the serial number and model number of your operating system and version. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Recording Your WD Product Information CAUTION: Do not remove, tear, or damage the tape seal or any objects on the date of the drive that may be handled with WD technical support. these actions will void the warranty. ! GETTING STARTED - 3 WD Product Serial Number: WD Product Model Number: WD Product Purchase Date: System and Software...
..., write the serial number and model number of your operating system and version. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Recording Your WD Product Information CAUTION: Do not remove, tear, or damage the tape seal or any objects on the date of the drive that may be handled with WD technical support. these actions will void the warranty. ! GETTING STARTED - 3 WD Product Serial Number: WD Product Model Number: WD Product Purchase Date: System and Software...
User Manual (pdf)
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... DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL The installation CD contains the Retrospect Express backup software as well as important drivers for WD. Insert the installation CD into your operating system. SETTING UP - 4 The program autoruns and displays a setup menu. Click Next. 3. To proceed, select I accept the terms in the license agreement and click Next. Retrospect Express Installer launches and displays the following window. Select...
... DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL The installation CD contains the Retrospect Express backup software as well as important drivers for WD. Insert the installation CD into your operating system. SETTING UP - 4 The program autoruns and displays a setup menu. Click Next. 3. To proceed, select I accept the terms in the license agreement and click Next. Retrospect Express Installer launches and displays the following window. Select...
User Manual (pdf)
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SETTING UP - 5 In the next window, select the Recommended installation option and click Next. 5. Launch Retrospect Express from the Start menu (Start > Program Files > Retrospect > Retrospect 6.5). Proceed to print and fax the information. 8. After installation is completed, the following window is filled automatically. You may be prompted for a license code. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4. Select Register Now to complete the registration...
SETTING UP - 5 In the next window, select the Recommended installation option and click Next. 5. Launch Retrospect Express from the Start menu (Start > Program Files > Retrospect > Retrospect 6.5). Proceed to print and fax the information. 8. After installation is completed, the following window is filled automatically. You may be prompted for a license code. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4. Select Register Now to complete the registration...
User Manual (pdf)
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... examples of Retrospect Express setup screens. 7. SETTING UP - 6 Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD drive to begin setup. Skip to "Connecting the Drive" on page 8 to connect the drive, then follow the on-screen instructions to the Applications folder and launch Retrospect Express. 8. Mac OS v9.2.2 1. To format or reinitialize the drive, select Control Panel > Extensions Manager from...
... examples of Retrospect Express setup screens. 7. SETTING UP - 6 Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD drive to begin setup. Skip to "Connecting the Drive" on page 8 to connect the drive, then follow the on-screen instructions to the Applications folder and launch Retrospect Express. 8. Mac OS v9.2.2 1. To format or reinitialize the drive, select Control Panel > Extensions Manager from...
User Manual (pdf)
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... installation CD into multiple volumes for use . 4. Note: See "Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP" on -screen instructions to begin setup. Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 1. Select Mac OS Extended from the Volume Format menu, and enter a name for general storage, select the Partition tab from the Disk Utility program menu and follow the on page 4 for your software copy. Note: To partition...
... installation CD into multiple volumes for use . 4. Note: See "Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP" on -screen instructions to begin setup. Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 1. Select Mac OS Extended from the Volume Format menu, and enter a name for general storage, select the Partition tab from the Disk Utility program menu and follow the on page 4 for your software copy. Note: To partition...
User Manual (pdf)
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... DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: You may connect the USB cable and/or FireWire cable depending on your system configuration, your computer may attempt to boot from external drives, refer to your system documentation or contact your system's motherboard BIOS setting documentation to disable this feature or visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for optimum performance. Connect the AC adapter cord to the DC power supply...
... DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: You may connect the USB cable and/or FireWire cable depending on your system configuration, your computer may attempt to boot from external drives, refer to your system documentation or contact your system's motherboard BIOS setting documentation to disable this feature or visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for optimum performance. Connect the AC adapter cord to the DC power supply...
User Manual (pdf)
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... Center)" on the drive. For more information about file formats and overcoming file size limitations, refer to turn on page 11; Note: If you are still active. Press the Power button to indicate drive activity. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Powering Up the Drive 1. Your operating system automatically detects the external drive. The area surrounding the Power button illuminates blue and flashes to turn off...
... Center)" on the drive. For more information about file formats and overcoming file size limitations, refer to turn on page 11; Note: If you are still active. Press the Power button to indicate drive activity. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Powering Up the Drive 1. Your operating system automatically detects the external drive. The area surrounding the Power button illuminates blue and flashes to turn off...
User Manual (pdf)
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... desktop (Macintosh). Using the USB 2.0 Hub WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL The drive includes one port on the front for your memory card (see page 20. Your operating system immediately recognizes the device and displays a new icon in corruption or loss of the slot to the Edit menu and click Select All. To safely remove the drive, be different from...
... desktop (Macintosh). Using the USB 2.0 Hub WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL The drive includes one port on the front for your memory card (see page 20. Your operating system immediately recognizes the device and displays a new icon in corruption or loss of the slot to the Edit menu and click Select All. To safely remove the drive, be different from...
User Manual (pdf)
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... up each time you press the Manual Backup button. This is the source drive that Retrospect Express backs up . USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 13 Manual Backup (Backup on the front of the drive to set up your WD Dual-option product with Dantz Retrospect Express backup software. Click Next. 2. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 5 Using the Backup Software This section contains instructions for both Windows and Macintosh users to launch the initial setup wizard...
... up each time you press the Manual Backup button. This is the source drive that Retrospect Express backs up . USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 13 Manual Backup (Backup on the front of the drive to set up your WD Dual-option product with Dantz Retrospect Express backup software. Click Next. 2. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 5 Using the Backup Software This section contains instructions for both Windows and Macintosh users to launch the initial setup wizard...
User Manual (pdf)
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... hub, a USB 2.0 device operates at support.wdc.com. A: Although USB 1.1 cables work with USB 2.0 devices, it is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 peripherals and USB 2.0 PCI adapter cards. TROUBLESHOOTING - 25 USB Information Q: What is plugged into a USB 1.1 port or hub? Upgrading to USB 2.0 is built-in file transfer time versus USB 1.1. Note: If your USB 2.0 controller is highly recommended because of up to 40 times faster than USB 1.1. 7 Troubleshooting WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL To search the WD technical support knowledge...
... hub, a USB 2.0 device operates at support.wdc.com. A: Although USB 1.1 cables work with USB 2.0 devices, it is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 peripherals and USB 2.0 PCI adapter cards. TROUBLESHOOTING - 25 USB Information Q: What is plugged into a USB 1.1 port or hub? Upgrading to USB 2.0 is built-in file transfer time versus USB 1.1. Note: If your USB 2.0 controller is highly recommended because of up to 40 times faster than USB 1.1. 7 Troubleshooting WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL To search the WD technical support knowledge...
User Manual (pdf)
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... to WD's specification therefor. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you originally purchased the Product or visit our product support Web site at WD's option, the repair or replacement of lost data, or data contained in any Product returned if WD determines that the Product was stolen from WD or that the Product may also have no user-serviceable parts. This limited warranty period shall commence...
... to WD's specification therefor. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you originally purchased the Product or visit our product support Web site at WD's option, the repair or replacement of lost data, or data contained in any Product returned if WD determines that the Product was stolen from WD or that the Product may also have no user-serviceable parts. This limited warranty period shall commence...
User Manual (pdf)
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... by e-mail. ! WD Service and Support WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL If you need additional information or help during installation or normal use of rebate submissions. ! Access product specifications, technical tips, and the online forum. ! Rebates - Technical Information - Display service and support information in your WD product serial number, system hardware, and system software versions available. Warranty Services - Downloads Library - Download installation software and drivers. ! Service Partners - Find available WD...
... by e-mail. ! WD Service and Support WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL If you need additional information or help during installation or normal use of rebate submissions. ! Access product specifications, technical tips, and the online forum. ! Rebates - Technical Information - Display service and support information in your WD product serial number, system hardware, and system software versions available. Warranty Services - Downloads Library - Download installation software and drivers. ! Service Partners - Find available WD...
User Manual (pdf)
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... placement 8 I Icons, memory card reader 11 Inserting media 12 Installation, FAQs 26 Installing feet 8 Retrospect Express 4 stands 8 K Kit contents 1 L Limited warranty 28 M Macintosh software update 2 Manual backup 13 backup, change settings 15 shutdown 23 Media finding files from 22 restoring files from 19 Memory card copying 12 inserting 12 removing 12 USB 2.0 hub 12 Memory card reader compatibility 2 icons 11 using 11 Model number 3 O Obtaining service 28 Operating system, updating 2 INDEX - 1
... placement 8 I Icons, memory card reader 11 Inserting media 12 Installation, FAQs 26 Installing feet 8 Retrospect Express 4 stands 8 K Kit contents 1 L Limited warranty 28 M Macintosh software update 2 Manual backup 13 backup, change settings 15 shutdown 23 Media finding files from 22 restoring files from 19 Memory card copying 12 inserting 12 removing 12 USB 2.0 hub 12 Memory card reader compatibility 2 icons 11 using 11 Model number 3 O Obtaining service 28 Operating system, updating 2 INDEX - 1
Product Specifications (pdf)
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...-compliant FireWire port ! AC adapter and power cord ! Dual-option backup - Quick Install Guide ! USB 2.0 and 1.1 FireWire® i.LINK IEEE 1394, 1394a 120 to 6-pin FireWire cable ! 6 ft. (1.8m) USB 2.0 certified cable ! This powerful, feature-rich WD Dual-option Media Center combines a high-capacity USB 2.0/FireWire external hard drive, 8-in -one conveniently located on the front for easy connection of use, all data has been transferred before shutting down the drive. Dual-option backup buttons let you choose automatic...
...-compliant FireWire port ! AC adapter and power cord ! Dual-option backup - Quick Install Guide ! USB 2.0 and 1.1 FireWire® i.LINK IEEE 1394, 1394a 120 to 6-pin FireWire cable ! 6 ft. (1.8m) USB 2.0 certified cable ! This powerful, feature-rich WD Dual-option Media Center combines a high-capacity USB 2.0/FireWire external hard drive, 8-in -one conveniently located on the front for easy connection of use, all data has been transferred before shutting down the drive. Dual-option backup buttons let you choose automatic...
Product Specifications (pdf)
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... operating systems use the binary numbering system which results in (150.1 mm) ± 0.10 3.0 lb (1.36 kg) Environmental Specifications Operating temperature 5°C to 40°C Non-operating temperature -20°C to -track 4.2 ms (nominal) 8 MB 7200 RPM 8.9 ms (average) 2.0 ms (average) Interface Specifications FireWire ! and WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are required to obtain Hi-Speed USB performance. Western Digital 20511 Lake Forest Drive...
... operating systems use the binary numbering system which results in (150.1 mm) ± 0.10 3.0 lb (1.36 kg) Environmental Specifications Operating temperature 5°C to 40°C Non-operating temperature -20°C to -track 4.2 ms (nominal) 8 MB 7200 RPM 8.9 ms (average) 2.0 ms (average) Interface Specifications FireWire ! and WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are required to obtain Hi-Speed USB performance. Western Digital 20511 Lake Forest Drive...